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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 248 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 7 oz chicken breast boneless and skinless
  • 1 large pomegranate
  • 5 oz baby spinach (1 standard bag)
  • 1 teaspoon Herbes de Provence
  • fine sea salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • extra-virgin olive oil for cooking and dressing
  • freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Pour the bag of baby spinach into a large salad bowl and fluff the leaves gently with your hands.
  • Cut the chicken breast into small bite‑size pieces, then season with Herbes de Provence, salt, and black pepper. Cook the chicken in a dry nonstick skillet (or lightly greased) over medium heat for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
  • Carefully peel the pomegranate and remove the arils, collecting them in a separate bowl and discarding the white membrane.
  • Let the cooked chicken cool slightly, then add it to the bowl with spinach. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make a simple dressing.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, making sure every leaf is lightly coated, then sprinkle the pomegranate seeds generously over the top before serving.

Notes

  1. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 10–15 minutes in a little olive oil, lemon juice and herbs before cooking.
  2. To avoid staining, open the pomegranate over a bowl of water; the seeds will sink and the membrane will float.
  3. Always let the chicken cool slightly before mixing with the spinach so the leaves stay crisp.
  4. Taste the dressing before adding and adjust lemon or salt to match your preference for acidity.
  5. If serving for guests, reserve some pomegranate seeds to sprinkle on top just before the salad hits the table for a brighter look.
  6. This recipe is naturally gluten free and can be made nut free and dairy free, making it suitable for many different diets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 176mg | Potassium: 1099mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 6695IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 3mg
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